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LJ53 PYB

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,815 mi
Last recorded22,815 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 PYB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 22,815 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Nov 2017 22,815 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Nov 2016 22,816 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 22,816 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 21,552 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 11,394 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 20 Sep 2014 11,394 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 8,563 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 8,217 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 8,217 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 5,843 miles

Rear Brake component has a poor repair (3.1.5)

dip high switch connected wrong way

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 50?

Based on 20,050 MOT tests across 3,382 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,395
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,304
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,096
wheel bearings have excessive free play 805
Drive chain excessively loose 679
Footrest missing 571
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LJ53 PYB is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 17,247 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 PYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ53 PYB registered?

LJ53 PYB is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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